IDEFYEM - Chapter 72
Black Man, I'll Do Everything For You Except Marriage!
"After the poisoning of his fiancee, he awakens, his personality changes, and he becomes closer to the throne... If this is enough, the narrative is great, right?"
I was at a loss for words for a moment as the story was more compelling than I expected.
However, I soon shook my head and denied Sophia's hypothesis.
'No, for the sake of the people of this country, that cannot be done.'
While the 1st Prince seems to be on the Duke's side if the 2nd Prince is also an idiot trying to poison his fake lover... Isn't the future of the kingdom too dark?
"Well, that can't be true though. Remember what we said last time."
"Last time...?"
Sophia, who was sniffling in fear, raised her head and thought deeply.
"You begged me for a few days to get a vacation and were about to go back to your hometown, but th second Prince flew in and came right back?"
"Ugh, no."
I was so embarrassed that I started defending the second Prince.
"I said he might be a bad boss, but he would be a good ruler. At least it is much more than the first Prince."
"Did I say that...?"
Sophia, who was sniffling, tilted her head and asked as if she was at ease.
The hostility and fear toward the second Prince whose pattern had changed was so great that I even lost my objective perspective.
I ended up taking out the last card I hadn't meant to take out.
"I'll be honest with you. From what I saw, His Royal Highness's suddenly changed attitude did not suggest poisoning..Rather than implying...? I think it's closer to the attitude you have towards a girl you like!"
Sophia's expression changed dramatically within just a few seconds.
"I hate that more than being poisoned!"
"I didn't want to tell you because you were afraid of that!"
From the perspective of someone who has the same unrequited love, I feel sorry for the second Prince.
"Well, Lady Enrica got it wrong this time. That can't be possible."
"Is it so. Let's do something like that."
Despite helping Sophia rationalize, her anxiety continued.
You came to visit me in the hospital, but I might just leave feeling upset.
I started to regret it, thinking I shouldn't have told you.
Sophia, who was just as glum as I was, soon opened her mouth.
"But If that's true...."
"Yes, yes!"
"At least once. I would like to take advantage of His Highness's feelings and seek revenge."
Sophia's eyes sparkled when she said the word revenge.
I don't know how this will work for the second Prince, but I went along with it because I wanted to cheer her up.
"That's it, Sophia!"
"No matter how earnestly I pray, they will never accept it. Just like when His Majesty rejected my leave application!"
Sophia, who was excited like a girl, raised her voice and spoke. Then he became depressed again and muttered gloomily.
"No. Now that you say it like this, I can clearly understand. Enrica, Enrica has always been wise, but this time you were wrong. That can't happen."
"Hmm..."
I didn't say anything more because I thought it would be better to just wait and see for now.
At that time, Sophia pursed her lips as if she was about to say something.
"What's wrong?"
"Oh, no. When I think about it again, I think it's too much to ask."
"Sophia also worked hard for me. Please at least say something."
"Thank you, but I think I was wrong. Actually, I was going to ask Enrica if I could judge His Royal Highness through Enrica's eyes during the wedding."
What do you mean, a wedding?
When my expression changed to puzzlement, Sophia waved her hand and said.
"But that day is, after all, Enrica's main character! Please pretend you didn't hear you."
"No, that's not it. What does it mean that His Royal Highness is coming to my wedding?."
"Yes? Of course, he has to attend, right?"
"Yes?"
It felt like a question mark had appeared above each of our heads.
Is it natural for a Prince to attend the wedding of a Count and a Princess?
My pupils began to shake wildly as the scale grew bigger than I expected.
"Didn't you know?"
"No that is...."
If I said I didn't know, the atmosphere would get weird.
"I was so happy to see Sophia again that day! Jaha."
"Phew, that's true too, right? Thank God."
After somehow getting over it, I made a promise.
"It's going to be hectic that day, but I'll keep an eye on it if I get the chance. There will be time for the reception."
"Thank you so much, Enrica..."
Sophia clasped her hands together and looked at me with sparkling eyes.
"Thank you."
I originally wanted to have a conversation with the second Prince someday.
Even more so after predicting the possibility that his brother might be a strong supporter of the Duke's auction.
'I felt it last time too, but the more cards you have, the better. If it's a problem that Sarah, I, and Vermont can't solve together, we can just bring in more power.'
It would be perfect if that power were the second Prince, but that is still a long way off.
After chatting with me about various things, Sophia quickly returned with refreshments. The reason was that I didn't want to disturb my rest, but I was thankful that I returned without any regrets even though I had come a long way.
"..."
As I saw her off, I wondered why the Prince was attending our wedding.
Is it because Kael is a promising businessman that he has many connections here and there?
As I continued to think, I lay back down in bed.
'This is also a promise. I'm so tired.'
I felt weak as if my body had returned to being a newborn.
'Let's sleep for a bit and think about it.'
I took a few bites of the thick soup the maid brought me and drank it, then covered myself with the blanket and fell asleep again.
***
When I opened my eyes again, the room was dark, and Kael was next to me.
It seemed like he was working by bringing a pile of documents over here.
"Are you awake?"
I nodded in a half-asleep state and he came towards me.
He poured water into a glass and held it close to my mouth.
I quenched my dry throat to some extent, rubbed my eyes, and tried to come to my senses.
"I think I sleep too much."
"That means your body was weakened. It's also because of the medicine."
"Still, it's strange that I'm just resting."
"I think you're not resting, but recovering, Enri. You were the one who told me to sleep well when I was sick."
Kael also added that this work is more important to me than anything else.
He's still working so hard in my room.
Then I suddenly remembered what I was going to say to him and asked.
"Kael."
"Do you need anything?"
"The guest list."
"Yes?"
He, who must have been thinking about something like water or a light snack, asked back.
I laughed a little at that and then started explaining why I needed it.
"I don't know if you heard, but my friend Sophia came to visit me in the hospital earlier. She said that His Royal Highness the 2nd Prince would be attending our wedding."
"..."
"So he was Kael's guest as expected? Is there a reason you didn't tell me in advance?"
Feeling disappointed in his seemingly unfazed expression, I asked him a question.
Then Kael answered in a slightly embarrassed voice.
"I didn't know you would want to know this much."
"When I think about it, it's like a dress or decorations for a wedding. You told me all the details of the progress, but you didn't show me the guest list. Just ask if there is anyone you would like to invite."
The more I thought about it, the more I came to a firm conclusion about the somewhat strange circumstances.
"I want to see the guest list. If it's okay, please bring it to me."
Kael hesitantly touched the desk with his fingertip and took out a piece of paper from the mountain of documents.
"Here it is."
Why did you hesitate so much about handing me a piece of paper that was nothing special?
My eyes grew wider as I read the names written there.
I clicked my tongue, doubting whether Kael had handed me the right piece of paper.
"Eh, Marchioness Esmeralda? She is the first godmother of the social world who has been around for a long time. Moreover, His Royal Highness the Second Prince... Well, what is it? Even His Royal Highness the 1st Prince... ?"
In fact, it was almost suspicious that it was a list of names of famous social figures.
The names of great figures who would gather at least once at a New Year's banquet held at the royal palace were appearing in every single space.
Kael explained awkwardly as if he had anticipated my reaction.
"These are people who are involved in business. I think you might feel burdened."
"You're involved in business with these people? No pressure, no. It's not like it's a burden."
I was so shocked that I stuttered, I paused for a moment to collect my thoughts.
"The wedding venue is this hall of the Count's residence, right?"
"That's right, Enri."
I thought about it before, but I couldn't imagine that many people would attend the wedding of a Count and a Princess.
"Tell me honestly. Is there something more you're hiding from me?"
I said while looking at Kael, who was avoiding my gaze.
"If there is any, now is your last chance. I'll forgive you for anything, just tell me."
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